News and events:

On May 19, 2012 we will be hosting our Third Annual Native Plant Sale at Dunbar with proceeds again benefitting our work at the Dunbar Memorial Garden. Please visit our 2012 Native Plant Sale page

In the February 2012 edition of the "Lamplighter" an article features the new Jesse Higginbotham Media Lab. A scanned copy can found here.

On October 29, 2011 Dunbar High School held a dedication for the "Jesse Higginbotham Media Lab" - a technology center designed and created by staff and students of Dunbar High School. While the Trust did not sponsor the schools work, we are appreciative of this honor and donated a portrait created by Jesse's friend Alyssa that is on display at the Media Lab. Photos and details are located here.

On May 21, 2011 the Trust held its Second Annual Native Plant Sale at Dunbar with proceeds benefitting our continued work at the Memorial Garden. All plants were propogated at our garden and we are thankful for the continued support of the Dunbar Beta Club. Please click here to read about the 2011 sale and check back soon as we begin planning for our 2012 Native Plant Sale. Additionally, we donated a variety of native plants to Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital for their therapeutic garden - a space for their patients to work in and enjoy.

On January 9, 2010 we were honored to host the Kentucky Premiere of the documentary "Straightlaced: How Gender's Got Us All Tied Up. " The film features an interview done with Hannah Landers, one of Jesse's friends, and a staunch advocate for acceptance and tolerance. Hannah worked with us at the Dunbar Memorial Garden until her fatal auto accident in May 2008. The premiere was a huge success and all proceeds benefited the Hannah Landers Scholarship Fund. Click here to read about the film premiere.